I am 5 days post op and still only able to get in about 16oz protein shake (4oz at a time through out the day) and then some popsicle, water and 1 jello. I get that full feeling so quick. Is this normal? A couple of drinks and I am full for an hour. If I try to take more in I get nauseous but I'm afraid of not getting enough protein in. Each day I have been able to take a little more in. Just don't want to make myself weak or sick from not getting enough in.

Very normal! Focus on keeping hydrated, as your new stomach heals each day you will be able to add more Protein.

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don't worry too much right now about protein.. it's all about healing for awhile. my Dr. said to not even worry about losing, just healing.. stay hydrated and rest....you will feel much better by next week....

Try drinking 3 oz of protein shake at the top of every hour while you are awake. That should equal enough protein assuming you are awake for at least 12 hours a day. Smaller amounts more often worked for me. The rest of each hour I sipped water, crystal lite, etc. Good luck.

what i did here (while i was just out of surgery and my dr okay'd it)

was i put my chocolate protein shake in freezer) and waited til it was slushy..and used a spoon and got my protein in that way.....it tasted good, it was easy going down...but the other posters are right, this time is for healing...keep sipping and then keep doing it and each day as you heal and the swelling goes down, you will be able to drink more.....just hang in there...doing great.